Customs Broker in Cyprus — P.Panagi & Sons Ltd
Licensed customs broker in Cyprus since 1980. We handle import and export declarations at Limassol Port and Larnaca Airport — with a physical presence on-site, not remotely. Full responsibility from documentation to release order.
What Does a Customs Broker Do in Cyprus?
A customs broker in Cyprus acts as the authorised intermediary between an importer or exporter and the Cyprus Customs & Excise Department. Every shipment entering or leaving Cyprus — whether by sea through Limassol Port or by air through Larnaca International Airport — requires a formal customs declaration. That declaration must be submitted through the Cyprus Automated Import System (AIS) by a licensed agent who understands the applicable tariff codes, duty rates, and regulatory requirements.
P. Panagi & Sons Ltd has been operating as a licensed customs broker in Cyprus since 1980. Over four decades, we have processed thousands of import and export declarations for businesses of all sizes — from individual importers bringing a single container to companies managing regular freight lanes. Our office is located at Limassol Port, which means we are on-site when your cargo arrives.
Working with a licensed customs broker means you are not navigating the AIS system, tariff classification rules, or duty calculation on your own. We prepare and submit the Single Administrative Document (SAD), calculate the applicable import duties and VAT, liaise with Cyprus Customs on your behalf for any queries or physical examination requirements, and obtain the customs release order. For exports, we handle the export declaration and ensure all documentation is in order for the receiving country's customs authority.
Why the Choice of Customs Broker Matters
Cyprus is an EU member state, which means all imports from third countries are subject to the EU Common Customs Tariff. However, Cyprus also has specific local procedures — particularly around AIS submission, EORI number registration in Cyprus, and the handling of goods at Limassol's New Port — that require local expertise.
A broker who is physically present at the port, who has established relationships with the customs officers, and who has processed similar goods before will consistently achieve faster clearance times and fewer examination flags than a remote agent. When a container is discharged at Limassol, port storage charges begin immediately. Every day that cargo waits for customs clearance is a day of demurrage accumulating. An on-site broker reduces that window significantly.
For businesses importing goods into Cyprus for the first time, we also provide guidance on the full import process — from understanding duty rates and HS code classification to arranging delivery from the port to the final destination.
Our Customs Brokerage Services
Full-scope customs brokerage covering all entry points and cargo types in Cyprus
Import Declarations
Full preparation and submission of import customs declarations through the Cyprus AIS system for all commodity types arriving at Limassol Port and Larnaca Airport.
Export Declarations
Export customs declarations for goods leaving Cyprus by sea or air, including coordination with the receiving country's customs requirements.
T1 Transit Documents
External Union Transit (T1) declarations under NCTS Phase 5 for non-Union goods arriving in Cyprus from third countries.
EORI Registration
Assistance with EORI number registration in Cyprus for businesses new to importing or exporting through the EU.
Urgent & Same-Day Clearance
Priority handling for time-critical shipments, including pre-lodgement of declarations before vessel or aircraft arrival.
On-Site at Limassol Port
Our office is located within the Limassol Port complex. We are present when your cargo arrives — not managing your shipment remotely.
Customs Broker at Limassol Port & Larnaca Airport
Our primary base of operations is Limassol Port, where our team is on-site daily. We also handle customs clearance for air freight arriving at Larnaca International Airport, coordinating with the airport cargo terminal for all commodity types including temperature-sensitive and high-value goods.
For specialist cargo — vehicles, perishables, pharmaceuticals, FMCG goods — we have dedicated processes that account for the specific documentation and regulatory requirements of each cargo type. If you are unsure whether your goods require any special handling, contact us before the shipment departs.
How to Work with Us
- 1Contact us with your shipment details — origin, commodity type, estimated arrival date
- 2We advise on required documents and, if needed, assist with EORI registration
- 3We prepare and submit the customs declaration, calculate duties and VAT
- 4We obtain the release order and coordinate delivery from the port
Frequently Asked Questions — Customs Broker Cyprus
Common questions about customs brokerage services in Cyprus
Contact Our Customs Broker Team
P. Panagi & Sons Ltd — Cyprus Ports Authority Management Building, New Port, 3045 Limassol